1972 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 268 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Expedition |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |